Chapter 2 Chapter two

Under the sun, Emerald was lying on the white sand, and the breeze was blowing her black hair.Some sweet anticipation hovered in her, and her heart was overflowing with happiness that he was coming to her. She closed her eyes, and the corner of her mouth brushed lightly like a butterfly's wings.She smiled and slowly opened her eyes.He knelt in front of her, sizing her up with fiery eyes, and his silver eyes were full of smiles.She held his gaze, slowly got up, and knelt down in front of him. There is no need for words, eager to touch, they reach out at the same time, fingertips brushing each other's cheeks, throats, shoulders.Emerald's hand brushed against his heart, feeling the beating beneath it.He's the perfect male, her Irish prince.He leaned down and brought his lips close to hers, but just as he was about to get closer, Jade woke up, calling his name eagerly and painfully.Theon, Theon.

Meng Feicui lifted the blanket, got out of bed, put on her clothes, and went to her mother's room to discuss the day's plans as usual when her father was away. Amber loves her daughter dearly and senses what's on her daughter's mind right away.You don't seem to be the same today, honey. Emerald blushed.I had a dream.she explained. Is there a prince in your dream? Jade nodded, folded her arms and seemed to notice her breasts for the first time. Great, I think you've grown up.What does your Prince Charming look like? Ecstasy flashed across Jade's childish face.He is Irish.

Then you must watch over your heart, dear, because he is definitely a wicked rascal. After planting a kiss on her daughter's forehead, Amber got out of bed, walked to the French windows and opened them out onto the balcony.She saw a ship on the sea coming from the direction of Liverpool.Dismayed, she recognized her husband's ship, the Petrel.Amber quickly returned to the room. We must explore your crystal cave another day.Your father is back.Go to Luo Lin and tell him not to leave and come back quickly.We only have time to get dressed. When Fei Cui arrived at Luo Lin's bedroom, he was no longer in sight.Without hesitation, she went downstairs to the stall.Lorin had just mounted his Welsh pony.Jade's brother is not like her Irish black hair and green eyes.Unfortunately, Luo Lin inherited his father's brown hair and pale skin.

You can't leave, the father is back.Emerald was out of breath. A strong panic flashed across Luo Lin's face.For a moment she thought he would ride away, but he seemed frozen in place, unable to move. What should I do?he asked desperately, his face turning pale. We still have an hour before the boat comes into port.You have to get dressed and put on a wig.I can tie your scarf for you.Most importantly, Luo Lin, try to hide your fear of him. That's easier for you, Emerald.When you get back to London, your mother will send you to St. Vincent's Ladies' College, but I have to follow my father into the navy, where he can call me around the clock!That would be a life of hell!

I'm sorry, Luo Lin, if I can, I'd like to switch places with you. This is not the first time that Fei Cui thinks that she should be born as a son and Luo Lin as a daughter.Mother would calm his temper, she always could.Come on, we must hurry. Less than an hour later, William Meng stared at his neatly dressed son and daughter.His eyes rest on his beautiful young wife.She stepped forward to welcome him eagerly, bowing and saluting, her breasts standing out from under her plunging neckline. Welcome home sir, we miss you very much.she lied. Meng Weilian stared at the pair of plump breasts, and began to imagine the scene of stroking them later.He held on to her hand and got up, imagining that she would be obedient to satisfy him.

William narrowed his eyes and looked again at his son and daughter, who were standing still like statues.Fei Cui was wearing a pure white dress, like a well-behaved little girl.Are you a good girl?he asked sternly. yes father.Jade replied with a clear and firm voice. Her raised jaw showed that she wasn't intimidated.William Meng turned to his son.How about your performance?His tone was harsher. Very -- very good, Father.Luo Lin whispered. That's what I'm afraid of, you gutless coward.At sixteen you should have been copulating from one end of Angel Island to the other. Luo Lin's face was flushed red.His father smiled contemptuously.After you enter the navy, I will enlighten you well.

Fei Amber's seductive voice sounded, drawing Meng William's attention away from his son.I wish you could stay tonight, my lord. Oh yes, thought William Meng.My Irish games will take all night.He took the letter from his coat pocket.I temporarily decided to come from Liverpool and bring an invitation letter to the Ou family's celebration party. celebration?Amber's voice choked. Oremon held a birthday celebration for his son every year, and people rushed to be invited to it.This year I'm considering bringing my family to make an appearance. Hope surged in Amber's heart.After eighteen years of marriage, William never allowed her to return to Ireland.She warned herself not to have too high expectations, as disappointment was bound to follow.But she couldn't help but imagine going back to Ireland and seeing all the Fees again.And Joseph.She closed her eyes for a moment, controlling her desire.

William smiled when he saw her leisurely yearning expression.Let's go upstairs and plan our visit.The celebration will be next Sunday.I'm going to take the Defender.I'll come around and pick up my family that morning. Amber smiled charmingly at her husband, taking his arm tenderly.She knew he would demand a high price for going to Ireland, but she was willing to pay! Emerald's heart was beating wildly and she couldn't believe what she was hearing.She was dizzy at the thought of seeing Oxion again, and going to his birthday party anyway! Oh, Lorraine, I will never go to Ireland in this little girl's costume.Jade groaned, comparing the clothes on her body in disgust.

He would never take us there, Luo Lin said plainly.He despises the Irish as inferior human beings. Mother will convince him.He could not resist her magic.Emerald assured him. They would go upstairs for hours.Luo Lin said, his expression seemed to be vomiting. Can't you see it?She kept him upstairs to prevent him from mistreating us. Luo Lin sincerely thanked Fei Cui for being too innocent to understand their mother's sacrifice.He wished he could do the same, guilt overwhelming him. Father says you should have sex?what does that mean? Luo Lin frowned.I can't tell you, that would freak you out.

I'm not going to freak out.And if you don't tell me, how am I going to learn?Forget it, I'll ask my mother.She knows everything. No -- Emerald, don't ask Mom.I will tell you.Coitus is undressing and sleeping with girls. Despite Jade's earlier reassurances, imagining that slutty image really terrified her.I do not believe you.She said weakly. The invitation was sure to cause a commotion in Mammoth, especially if Theon sent it himself.Theon's maternal grandfather, Feander, Earl of Guilt, lived at Mammoth Castle about twelve miles from Gwystone.The Earl owned hundreds of acres in beautiful Guildshire, including the Lyle River, down to the confluence of the Feller River, which forms the waterfall known as Salmon Leap.

A group of Fei's young people gathered by the waterfall, watching those beautiful salmon struggling to jump up the waterfall.The girls saw Theon squeal with delight and surrounded his horse.The boy greeted him with equal eagerness.Theon was beloved by all the Fei family. All of them spoke at the same time.You're back, Theon?What brought you here, Theon?What's the matter, Theon? Can't you see I'm back?Theon dismounted with a smile. Your birthday is coming soon.What would you like for your birthday, Theon?A boldly flirtatious distant cousin leans on his arm, as if she's too weak to stand in his proximity. Don't monopolize him, Fina.Leave some for us.Feria yelled. Don't fight for me, everyone has a share, Theon teased.There is a celebration at Galwaystone this Sunday and you are all invited. The girl screamed again. You don't invite all the women, do you?Rory asked in disbelief. Every.Theon was sure of it. The girls giggled and discussed what they wanted to give Theon for his birthday. I'll do a dance with each of you.Theon said, stroking the braids of the two girls who stood closest. You promised to dance with us?They said in unison. Didn't I just say that? Theon walked into the castle surrounded by many young Fei family.The sound of workers hammering and chiseling can be heard.His maternal grandfather was always renovating the historic castle, which dates back to the Middle Ages. Feander leaves the workers and goes forward to welcome his grandson.Theon, I must say you get more handsome every time I see you. I was going to say the same thing, grandfather, but you beat me to it. The grandparents embraced warmly.Come in, let's have a nice drink and celebrate your birthday.I can't believe you're going to be nineteen. Theon gave the horses to Rory to take care of, and followed his grandfather into the hall.Numerous Fei family aunts came forward to welcome their beloved nephew. Dear Theon, it's good to see you, cried Myrna.Irene and her devilishly handsome husband getting on okay? She never complained.Theon laughed. Leave Myrna alone, said her widowed sister Maggie.Her cheese got too hard long before she put it in the mousetrap. Theon knew it was a metaphor for Mana being a spinster. The sun is long gone from your window too, Maggie.Mana retorted, tit for tat. Women from the Fei family kept coming to hug him and kiss him.Theon could barely make it across the hall. Let this kid breathe, okay?exclaimed his grandfather.Or you'll have to bury him before his birthday. You are all invited to the celebration.Theon said happily.The count finally pulled him into the library and closed the door firmly. Women have always been Mammoth's curse; all sisters and daughters. Theon lowered his volume.The celebration will be on Sunday and the goods will arrive on the same day. Earl Guilt poured a glass of whiskey for himself and his grandson.I'm glad your father didn't ask Joseph to deliver.His reputation must be as white as snow.Joseph is the next Earl of Guilt, and I don't want him to be involved in treason.He will not be related to Captain Moonlight. My brother knows what he has to do, but I'm always ready to fight with you.Theon said. Feander is deeply proud of his grandson.Theon, you inherit the best part of the Fay family and the Ou family.You have a diabolical mind, and you can see every detail and everything.You have it all - intelligence, guts and charm - but I can't let you fight with me, for Irene.That would break your mother's heart, and the Earl finishes his whiskey, suggesting the subject is over. When can we move the goods to Galwaystone? On the same night, a carriage was used to transport the family to and from the celebration. The count nodded, his expression serious.It's not easy being Irish. Theon grinned and said: Until you consider another option.He stroked the leather-bound books appreciatively. When I die, this library will be yours.Joseph could leave books on law and politics, but I want you to have others. These books are like old friends of mine. You've read most of it, history, mythology, folktales - in Gaelic.I know you will treasure them. They opened the library door.Six or seven Fei girls wandered the aisle, waiting for their prey.Now that Theon is nineteen years old, he can start looking for a wife, and isn't the Fei family the best choice?Even if he has no intention of being tied down by marriage and just wants a one-night stand, wouldn't the Fei family be the best choice?Theon remained in Mammoth for a few more hours, but already seven passionate maidens tried to lure him up to the hidden tower! Theon politely declines these offers.His mother forbade him from messing with the servants and natal girls, but that by no means meant that Theon, who was about to turn nineteen, lived a life of abstinence.Occasionally he seeks out a tenant farmer's daughter, but he prefers to have a good time in Dublin.His maternal grandfather had a splendid mansion in Dublin, and he was always welcome to live there.Theon had made good use of the house, and the list had included the waitresses at the Yellow Dog, the shoe clerks in River Street, the actresses at the Sma's, and the lonely English wife of Lord Sir Hooper, the governor of Dublin, and they Absolutely no complaints! In the summer house on Angel Island, Amber Meng was looking forward to the celebration more eagerly than any of the Fei family. She had done everything her husband had asked of her, and sweetly and humbly accommodated his every request.But Ireland and Joseph are worth it.Amber felt like she was floating on a cloud of bliss, holding her breath in anticipation.She had imagined what she would wear to the party, and emerald.They will be the most beautiful and dazzling couple at the celebration. When do we leave on Sunday?she asked eagerly. You misunderstood me, dear Amber, William's icy answer made her fall from the clouds to the ground.You can't go there. Her angina seemed to stop beating. You can't really think that I'm going to let my wife go to one of those drunken orgies, do you? But they are my family, William.My uncle was the Earl of Guilt. That's why I married you.But the Au family's reunion may degenerate into a carnival.I won't expose my pearls to that bunch of Irish drunks.You are too tempting for those horny Irishmen. Amber seemed to be chewing ashes in her mouth.A plea would only make him more smug, and the answer would still be the same twice. I'm going to take Jade, Lorraine and my nephew Jack with me.This trip will do the kid a favor.He's been hiding under your skirts for too long, and I'm going to make him a man.A real man should be able to indulge in sex and keep a clear head. Amber almost cried.Why would you take Emerald if the celebration was going to turn into a drunken orgy?But she stopped just in time.She will not deprive her beloved daughter and son of the opportunity to visit Ireland.She sighed heavily in her heart.Now she understands that this is just another cruel game played by William Meng.Her heart felt like being stabbed, but she didn't dare to cry out, fearing that what shed was blood. To carry out her humiliation, he raised the whip that he had always used against her, and waited impatiently for her to kiss it meekly. On Sunday morning, the Fei family's carriage was the first to arrive at Gwystone, one after another brought a large number of Fei's family members, and the kitchen was so busy delivering food that they fainted.Other ancient Irish families also came to celebrate.They brought violins, and soon the hall was filled with music and laughter. Feander smiled fondly at his daughter.Although he has no sons to carry his surname, his eldest daughter has more than made up for it.She gave him two grandchildren that any man would envy. Father, today you can only talk half the day about rebellion, and the other half you have to laugh. Earl Guilt's blue eyes flickered.The woman who killed the scenery!You just kill the fun of men. A group of Fei family youths surrounded Theon and Joseph.They just came back from the pier, and now they are going to the shop to see the birthday presents of the two brothers.After a while, Theon and Joseph appeared on two magnificent thoroughbred horses, and their father and grandfather were very proud. Thank you, grandfather, Theon stroked the black horse's mane appreciatively.Earl Guilt kept horses, and these two horses were his grandson's birthday present.I decided to call it a demon. Did you two little devils name your ship?Not to be outdone, Raymond loudly emphasized his birthday present. Theon winked at Joseph.What else would we two little demons name our ships but Hellfire and Brimstone? So disrespectful, and both names sound like they're going to get you in trouble.Their mother was harsh, but loved her son too much to ask them to make any changes. Emerald was too excited.After all, she was going to her dream of Ireland.Her mother has told her stories of the beautiful Emerald Isle since she was a child, and she has always dreamed of it, and now her Prince of Ireland is there! The only fly in the ointment is that she has to wear this damn white wig on her head.Her mother had chosen a beautiful green velvet gown for her.Under her careful grooming, Jade faded away from the youthfulness of a girl and became a mature and beautiful woman.But her father insisted that she must wear a wig - because British ladies are like this. Roger eagerly reached out to help her into the boat.Fei Cui had to accept it, but as soon as she got on the boat, she immediately left him far away.She hated the way her cousin looked at her.Rojak is not ugly, he is very similar to her father.Today they were both wearing navy uniforms, too, but the sly gleam in Roger's eyes just displeased her. Luo Lin came to her, and Fei Cui said excitedly: Oh, Luo Lin, I can't believe we are really going to Ireland!She dreamed again this morning of her Prince of Ireland, and the sweet anticipation was still with her.She couldn't help whispering his name.theon. Luo Lin's expression was pale.I hope the wind and waves at sea will not be too big.I didn't want to humiliate myself in front of my father.Luo Lin spoke with difficulty. Try to breathe.Oh, father is coming. God, emerald.Help me distract him, please. Jade squeezed his hand tightly and turned to face her father.You look very handsome in this uniform, father. Uniforms give men a sense of authority, and few can challenge authority.Remember this, Luo Lin.It won't be long before you're donning a navy uniform, too.Rest assured, we will train you to become a real man. From the corner of her eyes, Fei Cui could see that Luo Lin was about to vomit.She deliberately leaned her body over the railing, knowing the consequences very well. The sea breeze blew her wig away and she fell into the waves.Oh, she pretended to cry.That's my best wig ever!It was the only one she took on board. Her father's brow furrowed horribly.He roughly grabbed her arm and pulled her up to the steps, pointing to a bag hanging from it.Do you know what's inside? Emerald shook her head, speechless. It's a whip!If you annoy me again today, I'll let you taste the whip! When he let go of her arm, she nearly collapsed to the ground.Her father was a terrible man, and cruel and merciless!But there was also a trace of comfort in her heart.She saved Luo Lin from being scolded by her father, and successfully got rid of that horrible wig! Lei Meng saw Meng's boat and walked to the pier to meet the goods sent by the Defense.He greeted his criminal accomplices, suppressing a smile at the sight of William Meng's navy uniform.He needs the uniform to inspire him to send the guns.Is it going well? As always, William Meng replied with his usual British arrogance.He looked enviously at the two new ships in the port.Is that your boat, Raymond? They belong to my son.The larger one was Joseph's ship, and the black-and-silver-rimmed one was Theon's.he replied proudly. Speaking of sons, let me introduce you to my sons and daughters.This is Luo Lin, and my daughter Jade, you have already met Jack. Lei Meng and Luo Lin shook hands, and saluted Fei Cui graciously.Few things escape Raymond's shrewd eyes.He saw the girl blush when he mentioned his son.Welcome to Galway Stone.The celebration has begun, and the garden is full of young men and women like you.Go over and enjoy!He turned to William Meng.Your crew can unload cargo at the dock.If help is needed, we have plenty of hands. As in the past, William Meng was not interested in the ultimate purpose of the shipment, which is why the two of them were able to work together for so long.William Meng was only interested in the gold that each shipment could bring him, and Raymond was also happy about it. Meng William left Jack to supervise the unloading, and went to the house with Raymond.I didn't take much ammunition this trip, but I can have it brought in next week. Okay, Raymond nodded.You just need to arrange shipping to Angel Island and we'll take care of the rest. William Meng immediately agreed, with a relieved expression on his face.Raymond chuckled inwardly.He dared to bet every penny of his money that the ammunition was already on Angel Island, but Meng William was too cowardly to carry enough explosives on his boat to drag him to hell; So many sins, I am afraid that the Creator will decide to find him an account. Erin saw them approach the house.After pinching her father's hand lightly in warning, she stepped forward to welcome William Meng.Welcome to our celebration. He took her hand and brought it to his lips, admiring her beauty frankly.Irene knew that the Englishman was deeply fascinated by the beauty of the Fei family woman, otherwise he would not have been attracted by the fifteen-year-old Amber and married the Irishman whom he despised. I do not come alone.I brought a couple of my sons and daughters to let them meet relatives from their mother's natal family. It's time, too.What about amber?Erin asked sharply. She apologized, but her slender body couldn't bear the wind and waves at sea.William said with ease. If she could stand you all these years, I doubt there's anything she can't, she thought.I went to check on them to make sure they had a good time.Father, pour me a glass of wine for Mr. Meng and treat him well. Feander and William Meng haven't seen each other for many years—at least as far as William Meng knew, the count thought sarcastically.More than ten years ago, he promised this arrogant British nobleman to marry his younger brother's daughter, and has been regretting it ever since. But when it's time to entertain, you still have to entertain.Ender poured him a glass of Irish whiskey.You are a lucky man, William Meng.You have what I don't have, a son whose wife's first birth was twins - a boy and a girl, but only Irene survived.Daughters are unavoidable.Both living and dead Fei family members are giving birth to daughters, but very few sons. As far as I know, there are twenty-three Fei family members in your generation.Your father apparently gave birth to a son. Not many, and only I survived.My youngest brother died shortly after birth, and three other brothers lived long enough to give birth to their daughters before they died. So now the Fei family men on the Ou family merchant ship are all the third generation?William Meng concluded thoughtfully. Yes, Ender, raise your glass.To my grandchildren!What would we do without them? Meng William cursed himself as a fool in his heart.With so many Fei family members, he never seriously considered the candidate to succeed Earl Guilt.Why didn't he think that Oremon's eldest son was Feander's heir and the next Earl of Guilt?A brilliant plan took shape in his mind.Why not betroth his daughter Emerald to Joseph?Maybe having a daughter would be of some use to him after all.